Print Mirin 11 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: kids books, packaging, posters, greeting cards, craft labels, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, hand-drawn, handmade feel, approachability, informal clarity, playful tone, rounded, soft, bouncy, informal, cartoonish.
A rounded, hand-drawn print with monoline strokes and softly blunted terminals that mimic a felt-tip marker. Letterforms are loosely constructed with gentle waviness, small inconsistencies in curve tension, and slightly uneven stroke edges that keep the texture organic. Counters are open and uncomplicated, proportions are compact, and the baseline feels lightly bouncy rather than rigidly aligned. The overall rhythm is lively, with simple geometry and broad, readable shapes across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Works well for children’s materials, playful packaging, and casual display settings where warmth and personality are desired. It also suits short paragraphs in informal contexts—notes, invitations, social graphics, and classroom materials—especially at medium to large sizes where the rounded strokes and bouncy spacing can breathe.
The font conveys an approachable, upbeat tone that feels personal and unpretentious. Its irregularities read as intentional and human, giving text a cheerful, kid-friendly character without becoming messy or hard to follow. The mood is informal and light, suited to friendly messaging and whimsical branding.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, hand-printed lettering made with a marker, prioritizing friendliness and clarity over strict typographic precision. It aims to add a personable, handmade voice while keeping letterforms simple enough for quick recognition in both headlines and short text.
Capitals are tall and straightforward with rounded joins, while lowercase forms keep single-storey simplicity and generous curves. Numerals share the same soft, drawn quality, with clear silhouettes designed to stay legible at moderate sizes. Overall consistency is strong enough for continuous reading, but the hand-made wobble remains visible in longer passages.